The deeper the ketosis, the higher blood glucose rises after a carb rich meal. (perfecthealthdiet.com)
The glycemic index describes the effect of food on blood glucose; how quickly glucose is absorbed, how high blood glucose rises, and how quickly it returns to normal. (fitnessandpower.com)
Neurons seem to be the most sensitive cells to high glucose levels, and the severity of neuropathy in diabetes is correlated with how high blood glucose rises above 140 mg / dl in response to a glucose tolerance test. (perfecthealthdiet.com)